Iranian filmmaker

Director Jafar Panahi, holding an award for his 2006 film "Offside," was arrested on unspecified charges in a late-night raid. His wife, daughter and 15 guests were also detained.

Director Jafar Panahi, holding an award for his 2006 film "Offside," was arrested on unspecified charges in a late-night raid. His wife, daughter and 15 guests were also detained. (Johannes Eisele / AFP/Getty Images)

Director Jafar Panahi, holding an award for his 2006 film "Offside," was arrested on unspecified charges in a late-night raid. His wife, daughter and 15 guests were also detained.